When was the most recent worst earthquake to strike Taiwan describe it?
The most recent major earthquake was the 921 earthquake, which struck on 21 September 1999, and claimed 2,415 lives.
How deep was the earthquake which struck Taiwan on December 1 2008?
The epicentre of the magnitude-7.9 quake (measured as magnitude 8.0 by the Chinese) was located near the city of Dujiangyan, about 50 miles (80 km) west-northwest of Chengdu, the provincial capital, at a depth of 11.8 miles (19 km) below the surface.
How many earthquakes does Taiwan get a year?
According to the Central Weather Bureau’s earthquake monitoring information between 1900~1990, the average number of earthquakes in Taiwan is approximately 2,200 per year, of which, approximately 214 can be felt.
What is the history of Fenqihu?
Fenqihu, or Fenchihu or even Funchihu is a small village well hidden in the forested mountain sides of the Alishan mountain range. It started as a small encampment for timber logging in the mountains. As the railway reached the town to support the timber industry, the town became a stop for people going further in the mountains.
Where is Fenqihu at Alishan?
Fenqihu Town at Alishan is located 5km from a left turn off from mountain road Route 18 at kilometer marker 63.5. Below, the town of Fenqihu’s railway station and the Alishan train preparing to depart. Fenqihu was founded in 1850. The first settler saw that the area was surrounded on three sides by mountains, but had an opening in the south.
How to get from Fenqihu to shizhuo?
The important thing to do is reach Shizhuo, another small town about 10-15 minutes away from Fenqihu, but on a main road. Many buses will stop at Shizhuo and from there you have 2 options: 1- take one of the few buses that run about twice a day between Fenqihu and Shizhuo.
What to do in Fenqihu?
It is currently the final stop on the famous Alishan Railroad line that makes its way up the mountain from the city of Jiayi. Fenqihu has an old street selling delicious foods and snacks, a locomotive museum detailing its storied past, and a few walking paths to enjoy the bamboo forests and mountain air.